Colombo, Feb. 14 -- Sunday will see one of the most anticipated clashes in cricket, as India and Pakistan face off at the R Premadasa International Cricket Stadium here in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup. This fixture, already legendary for its intensity, is set against a backdrop of extraordinary off-field developments that have added layers of intrigue to the tournament. Bangladesh withdrew from the World Cup after citing security concerns for their players, choosing not to travel to India for their group-stage matches.
In their place, Scotland stepped in, ensuring that the tournament could proceed smoothly. Initially, Pakistan were reported to be reviewing their match against India in the light of Bangladesh's withdrawal. After discussions ...